If you are able to acquire it without any conditions, then it can used publicaly. It will not be a violation of anyone's rights because it is a...

Yes, I think your assessment is right. Typcailly, there will be a general terms of use that governs all visits, etc. to the platform. Consider that...

It's ridiculous that banks even ask such stupid questions. Like we need our banks to nanny us. But to your question, I can see how one might...

You can do anything yourself to "force" them to show you sales data. As noted, this should have been addressed in your contract with them, but even...

As noted, any creative expression like images, photos, creative text (not merely the food item itself) will be covered by copyright. So, yes,...

It could be that they are related entities, but it does not have to be. You need to consider the trademark implications of your name and not just...

I've not encountered them. I'm not sure what their game is however. If they are not legitimately representing a party's IP interest then how do...

It is highly unlikely that what you describe will be patentable content. You can treat it as a trade secret, provided you take the steps to do that...

In NY, you are not required to provide the name of LLC members when you file. I have client entities I've formed years ago and even in the state...

What you have looks more like a situation heading to litigation at some point. You need a proper written agreement between the business partners....